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LY06 VAA

2006 Mercedes-benz C

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

90,412 mi
Last recorded90,412 miles
Recorded on18 May 2022
Typical for 2006 Mercedes-benz C80,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY06 VAA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2022 90,412 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Upper Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2021 86,338 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 May 2021 86,338 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 74,731 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 62,996 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 60,967 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 59,367 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outter edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 May 2015 57,571 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 55,318 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 52,151 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2012 50,162 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake disc front starting to deteriorate

Fail 5 Jan 2011 70,197 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front discs wearing thin

Pass 5 Jan 2011 70,197 miles

front discs wearing thin

Pass 30 Nov 2009 29,869 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 23,680 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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LY06 VAA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 80,398 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LY06 VAA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 20 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LY06 VAA?

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What year was LY06 VAA registered?

LY06 VAA is a 2006 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 28 July 2006.

Is LY06 VAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY06 VAA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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